Servings: 1
Try this Mermaid Lemonade recipe for a refreshing, tropical drink with a fun twist. Perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 ounce pineapple juice
- ½ ounce orange juice
- 1 ½ ounces white rum
- ½ ounce blue Curaçao
- 4 ounces lemonade
- 4 inch round piece of blue cotton candy optional
- ¼ teaspoon turquoise luster dust optional
- Pineapple wedge for garnish
- Maraschino cherry for garnish
Instructions
Mix the Juices:
- In a shaker, combine the pineapple juice and orange juice.
Add the Alcohol:
- Add the white rum and blue Curaçao to the shaker.
Shake it Up:
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until the mixture is chilled.
Prepare the Glass:
- Fill a tall glass with ice. Strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass.
Add Lemonade:
- Pour the lemonade into the glass, giving it a gentle stir to combine.
Optional Sparkle:
- If using turquoise luster dust, add it now and stir gently to distribute the shimmer.
Garnish:
- Garnish the drink with a pineapple wedge and a maraschino cherry.
Optional Cotton Candy:
- For a fun twist, place the blue cotton candy on top of the glass. Pour a bit of lemonade over it to dissolve and add sweetness to the drink.
Notes
Pro Tips
- Use freshly chilled ingredients for the brightest flavor.
- Shake well to fully chill the fruit juices.
- Add the cotton candy just before serving so it stays fluffy.
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